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# SwineTech, Inc: The Point of Care Platform for Pigs®

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- [Staying Relevant in a Changing Swine Industry | PJ Corns](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/staying-relevant-in-a-changing-swine-industry-pj-corns/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Building Pork Demand Through Better Consumer Insights | Brett Kaysen](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/building-pork-demand-through-better-consumer-insights-brett-kaysen/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Founding Story of Iowa Craft Meats | Dwight Mogler](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-founding-story-of-iowa-craft-meats-dwight-mogler/): Dwight Mogler is the managing partner of Iowa Craft Meats and a partner in Mogler Farms/Dayspring Farm in Lyon County, Iowa. A graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in agricultural business, Dwight returned to the family operation after working in the feed and grain industry and helped grow the farm's farrow-to-finish operation to 200,000 head of annual marketing's.
- [Taste What Pork Can Do®: Connecting Campaign Results to Producer Value | Lee Schulz, Kiersten Hafer, Jesse Heimer](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/taste-what-pork-can-do-connecting-campaign-results-to-producer-value-lee-schulz-kiersten-hafer-jesse-heimer/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Ground Pork’s Untapped Potential and How to Win with Consumers | Sarah Showalter & Will Brunt](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/ground-porks-untapped-potential-and-how-to-win-with-consumers-sarah-showalter-will-brunt/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [AI, PigFlow, and Critical Thinking](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/ai-pigflow-and-critical-thinking/): SwineTech is an agtech company transforming pork production through its PigFlow platform, an AI-powered operating system designed to coordinate people, protocols, and priorities at the point of care. Rather than focusing solely on data collection and reporting, PigFlow drives real-time execution by embedding standard operating procedures directly into daily workflows, ensuring consistency, compliance, and performance across every stage of production.
- [The Real Science Behind Farm Disinfectants | Jose Ramirez](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-real-science-behind-farm-disinfectants-jose-ramirez/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Becoming a Better Leader for Your Team | Jose Santiago](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/becoming-a-better-leader-for-your-team-jose-santiago/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Prop 12 Compliance Software for Pork Producers: Simplifying Documentation and Reducing Risk](https://swinetechnologies.com/farm-management/prop-12-compliance-software-for-pork-producers-simplifying-documentation-and-reducing-risk/): California’s Prop 12 compliance has become part of everyday life inside the barn for many pork producers. Early on, most of the attention was on the big changes, such as converting facilities, moving to group housing, and learning how to manage sows in a completely different system. Those challenges are still front and center. They require real capital, new management approaches, and constant attention to how animals perform in open pens. But once farms get through that transition, something else starts to surface. It’s less obvious, but it shows up every day in how work actually gets done.
- [Different Path for Beef and Pork Processing | Kit Laramore & Joe Galasso](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/different-path-for-beef-and-pork-processing-kit-laramore-joe-galasso/): Joseph Galasso Jr. is a seasoned C-suite executive with over 40 years in food protein sales, operations, business development, and biosecurity technologies tailored for livestock and swine operations. As Chief Operating Officer at WT Associates and WT BIO-TECH, he leads commercialization of mortality management systems—including EPA-compliant incinerators, anaerobic digestion like KLEENPAS BioGestor, and aqueous ozone/nanobubble solutions—for large-scale beef and pork processing facilities in Iowa. His expertise spans pioneering green chemistry biosecurity for clients like Walt Disney and Wynn Resorts, full P&L management of 12M+ lb protein lines, and regulatory navigation (USDA FSIS, EPA, DNR), making him a key contributor to the protein industry.
- [What Drives Mortality in Grow-Finish Pigs | Dr. Daniel Linhares and Dr. Edison Magalhaes](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/what-drives-mortality-in-grow-finish-pigs-dr-daniel-linhares-and-dr-edison-magalhaes/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Building Teams, Solving PRRS, and Leading Through Change | Dr. Bill Christianson](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/building-teams-solving-prrs-and-leading-through-change-dr-bill-christianson/): Dr. Bill Christianson is the former Chief Operating Officer of PIC. He has a background in agriculture and biotechnology, with broad industry knowledge and extensive commercial and global experience. He earned his DVM and PhD in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Minnesota.
- [Innovation, Sustainability, and Resilience in Australian Pork | Edwina Beveridge](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/innovation-sustainability-and-resilience-in-australian-pork-edwina-beveridge/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [An Australian Approach to Balancing Welfare and Economics in Pork Production | Steve Coleman](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/an-australian-approach-to-balancing-welfare-and-economics-in-pork-production-steve-coleman/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Eliminating PRRS and Protecting the U.S. Herd | Dr. Dustin Oedekoven](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/eliminating-prrs-and-protecting-the-u-s-herd-dr-dustin-oedekoven/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [How to Reduce Wean to Finish Mortality Without Guessing | Nat Stas](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/how-to-reduce-wean-to-finish-mortality-without-guessing-nat-stas/): Nat Stas is a Technical Services Director for PIC and has been in the commercial swine industry for 15 years, 8 of which have been with PIC. He holds a master’s degree from University of Illinois under Dr. Mike Ellis focusing on swine genetics and reproduction.
- [Pork Demand Must Be a Priority | Al Wulfekuhle](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/pork-demand-must-be-a-priority-al-wulfekuhle/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Real Cost of Mortality and Why It Matters | Dr Derald Holtkamp](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-real-cost-of-mortality-and-why-it-matters-dr-derald-holtkamp/): Dr. Derald Holtkamp is a Professor in the Department of Veterinary Diagnostics and Production Animal Medicine (VDPAM) in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University (Ames, Iowa, U.S.). He received his DVM, MS in Agricultural Economics, and B.S. in Agricultural Business with a minor in statistics, all from Iowa State University.
- [Building Farmer Grade on Trust, Not Claims | Sawyer and Tork Whisler](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/building-farmer-grade-on-trust-not-claims-sawyer-and-tork-whisler/): Sawyer Whisler is an Iowa hog farmer and the co-founder of Farmer Grade. He built an audience by sharing real day-to-day farm life through the @thislldofarm channel and later launched the Barn Talk podcast. His father, Tork Whisler, is part of the father-son dynamic behind the show and the long-term focus on trust and credibility.
- [Novel Strategies to Select for Livability | Jenelle Dunkelberger, PhD](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/novel-strategies-to-select-for-livability-jenelle-dunkelberger-phd/): Jenelle Dunkelberger has worked as a geneticist at Topigs Norsvin for the past eight years. She holds a PhD from Iowa State University, where the focus of her research was on the role of host genetics in response to viral disease in pigs. She continues to study this topic, along with other health-related issues, as Head of the Topigs Norsvin Global Health and Behavior Research Platform. Jenelle resides in Minnesota with her husband and young boys.
- [Modernizing Execution in Pig Production | P.J. Corns](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/modernizing-execution-in-pig-production-p-j-corns/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Real Economics Behind Pig Livability | Dr. Clayton Johnson](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-real-economics-behind-pig-livability-dr-clayton-johnson/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Taste, Data, and the Future of Pork | Kiersten Hafer](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/taste-data-and-the-future-of-pork-kiersten-hafer/): Kiersten Hafer is Vice President of Business Intelligence and Innovation for the National Pork Board and provides strategy, insights and guidance to the pork industry and supply chain on where to play and how to win with pork.
- [Crawling Before Running: Making AI Practical in the Swine Industry | Dr. Ben Blair](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/crawling-before-running-making-ai-practical-in-the-swine-industry-dr-ben-blair/): Ben Blair was raised in Sparta, Illinois, where he grew up helping on his family’s corn, soy, wheat, and farrow-to-finish farm. He always enjoyed the numbers behind how things worked, which led him to study engineering at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. After finishing his engineering degree, he felt the pull back toward animal health and entered the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.
- [Understanding Swine Respiratory Disease and Supporting Herd Health | Dr. Jeff Okones](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/understanding-swine-respiratory-disease-and-supporting-herd-health-dr-jeff-okones/): After earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University in 1984, Dr. Jeff Okones spent nearly two decades in food animal practice in Eastern Iowa honing his expertise in swine health and production. His problem solving and communication skills led him from private practice to industry, first as a phone consultant for Pfizer Animal Health, and later as a Professional Service Veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. where he supported the Swine Sales and Marketing team.
- [Sow Lameness: The Silent Productivity Killer | Dr. Lucas Rodrigues](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/sow-lameness-the-silent-productivity-killer-dr-lucas-rodrigues/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Lead Yourself Before You Lead Others | Twyla Stevens](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/lead-yourself-before-you-lead-others-twyla-stevens/): Twyla Stevens is an accomplished HR executive with broad experience leading people strategies across national and international teams. As Chief Human Resources Officer at Professional Swine Management, she oversees talent acquisition, organizational development, compensation and benefits, and compliance initiatives. With expertise in workforce planning, leadership development, and change management, Twyla aligns HR strategy with business goals to drive organizational success. She holds a degree in Business Administration from Middle Tennessee State University, is a certified HR professional, and serves on the HR Advisory Board and the Sandburg Agriculture Advisory.
- [In PA, Taste What Pork Can Do™ Brand Campaign Connects with Consumers | Courtney Gray](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/in-pa-taste-what-pork-can-do-brand-campaign-connects-with-consumers-courtney-gray/): Courtney Gray has been the executive director of the Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council since 2022, where she represents Pennsylvania’s 2,500 pig farmers. Prior to that, she was on the producer education and engagement team at Pennsylvania Beef Council and was a loan officer at Farm Credit. She is a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in agricultural science. She and her husband, Brian, operate a commercial cattle operation in Central Pennsylvania alongside their two kids, Porter and Hattie.
- [Fighting Lameness Part 2: From Claws to Care — How Nutrition Builds Stronger Sows | Ton Kramer](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/fighting-lameness-part-2-from-claws-to-care-how-nutrition-builds-stronger-sows-ton-kramer/): Ton Kramer holds both master’s and doctorate degrees in Animal Science focused on Swine Locomotion and Health from Federal University of Paraná in Brazil. He has MBAs in Business Management and Project Management from Fundação Getúlio Vargas and a postgraduate degree in Marketing from Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing. Ton has also held leadership roles in the Brazilian Association of Veterinary Specialists in Swine. Currently, he serves as the South American Business Manager at Zinpro.
- [From 600 Sows to Prop 12: Health, People, and Practical Growth | Brian Martin](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/from-600-sows-to-prop-12-health-people-and-practical-growth-brian-martin/): Brian Martin is a 5th generation farmer from Northwest Indiana, a husband and father of 3. He has 40 years of experience in Pork industry around the US, and he is Co-Owner and Manager of a 14,000 sow pork production operation.
- [Turning Challenge Into Opportunity | Kyle Schulte](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/turning-challenge-into-opportunity-kyle-schulte/): Kyle Schulte, originally from Norway, Iowa, has built a career rooted in agricultural excellence and innovation. He earned a B.S. in Agricultural Studies (2007) and an M.S. in Animal Science (2010) from Iowa State University, where his master’s thesis, “An Evaluation of Equipment and Procedures for the Prediction of Intramuscular Fat in Live Swine,” advanced knowledge in swine science. While at Iowa State, Kyle was actively involved in Alpha Gamma Rho Agricultural and Professional Fraternity, the Livestock Judging Team, and the Block and Bridle Club.
- [Carroll Family Farms: From Local Roots to Global Reach | John Carroll](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/farming-through-cycles-and-change-john-carroll/): John Carroll is a managing partner of Carroll Family Farms, a multi-generational farming operation with roots in the U.S. and expansion into Brazil. Known for his strategic vision, John has built a globally integrated operation focused on long-term value, operational excellence, and leadership. His work reflects a deep respect for the land, and a dedication to building a legacy through innovation and hard work.
- [The SwineTech® 2026 Pork Industry Events Calendar and Guide](https://swinetechnologies.com/pork-industry-events/the-swinetech-2026-pork-industry-events-calendar-and-guide/): Tradeshows and conferences are bustling hubs of networking, learning, and brand promotion. However, to truly reap the benefits of these events, proper planning and execution are essential. Here's an expanded guide on how to best prepare for and navigate tradeshows and conferences as an attendee.
- [A Credible Path to Lower-Carbon Pork | Lindsay Case](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/a-credible-path-to-lower-carbon-pork-lindsay-case/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Split Suckling vs. Science: What the Data Says | Dr. Ashley DeDecker](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/split-suckling-vs-science-what-the-data-says-dr-ashley-dedecker/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [What Really Moves the Needle on Pig Livability | Dr. Joel DeRouchey](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/what-really-moves-the-needle-on-pig-livability-dr-joel-derouchey/): Dr. Joel DeRouchey grew up on a diversified purebred swine, cattle and sheep operation in Pukwana, S.D. He graduated with his Animal Science degree from South Dakota State University in 1997 and his M.S. (1999) and Ph.D. (2001) in Swine Nutrition from Kansas State University. He is currently full professor and State Animal Science Extension Program Leader and has a 50% Extension and 50% Research appointment.
- [Fighting Lameness with Nutrition and Management | Ton Kramer](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/fighting-lameness-with-nutrition-and-management-ton-kramer/): Ton Kramer holds both master’s and doctorate degrees in Animal Science focused on Swine Locomotion and Health from Federal University of Paraná in Brazil. He has MBAs in Business Management and Project Management from Fundação Getúlio Vargas and a postgraduate degree in Marketing from Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing. Ton has also held leadership roles in the Brazilian Association of Veterinary Specialists in Swine. Currently, he serves as the South American Business Manager at Zinpro.
- [Reducing Pre-Weaning Mortality Through Smarter Feeding | Willem Steyn](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/reducing-pre-weaning-mortality-through-smarter-feeding-willem-steyn/): Willem Steyn is a distinguished Nutritionist and the Founder and Owner of SwiNE Nutrition Management Pty Ltd, a reputable nutrition consultancy company based in South Africa and The Netherlands. With a profound passion for animal nutrition and an extensive international network, he has devoted his career in aiding pig farmers in unleashing the genetic potential of their livestock. Willem's expertise and substantial contributions have left an indelible mark on the agricultural sector, with a distinct focus on the swine industry.
- [Rethinking Animal Welfare for Stronger Pigs and Farms | Dr. Yolande Seddon](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/rethinking-animal-welfare-for-stronger-pigs-and-farms-dr-yolande-seddon/): Yolande Seddon is an associate professor in swine behaviour and the Enhancement Chair in Swine Welfare at the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine. Yolande leads a research group in Saskatoon, Canada, and provides animal welfare consultation for swine industry groups. Her academic training is in applied ethology (animal behaviour) and the scientific assessment of animal welfare, with a PhD in finisher pig health management (Newcastle University, UK).
- [Fixing Sow Prolapses on Farm | Dr. Lauren Glowzenski](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/fixing-sow-prolapses-on-farm-dr-lauren-glowzenski/): Dr. Lauren Glowzenski, VMD, is a 2016 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, and has been a swine exclusive practitioner for over a decade. With experience in all phases of production, from birth to market, Dr. Glowzenski has previous experience working for TriOak Foods (JBS USA) and Tyson Foods. She currently works for Pipestone Veterinary Services where she provides care for client farms throughout the Midwest.
- [The Fourth Revolution: Digitizing Pork Production | Oscar Toledano & Tyler Leete](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-fourth-revolution-digitizing-pork-production-oscar-toledano-tyler-leete/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Cracking the Code on Market Hog Transport Losses | Dr. Ashley DeDecker](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/cracking-the-code-on-market-hog-transport-losses-dr-ashley-dedecker/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Taste What Pork Can Do: Marketing That Meets the Moment | Neal Hull & Tony Manker](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/taste-what-pork-can-do-marketing-that-meets-the-moment-neal-hull-tony-manker/): Neal Hull joined the National Pork Board in 2019 as director of domestic market development. He leads the field team of channel market development managers to align NPB’s strategies with key retail and foodservice customers across the country; he is focused on building trust, adding value and creating demand for U.S. pork. Neal has more than 30 years’ experience in the food industry, including foodservice and retail.
- [SwineTech® Ranks No. 247 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies](https://swinetechnologies.com/press-releases/swinetech-ranks-no-247-on-the-2025-inc-5000-list-of-americas-fastest-growing-private-companies/): Cedar Rapids, IA — August 12, 2025 – Inc. magazine today revealed that SwineTech is ranked No. 247 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This placement puts SwineTech in the top 0.0036% of all private businesses in the U.S.
- [Navigating Risk, Renewal, and the Next Generation | Chris Ford](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/navigating-risk-renewal-and-the-next-generation-chris-ford/): Chris Ford works with swine operations across the Farm Credit Services of America, Frontier Farm Credit, and Ag Country Associations’ state territory and throughout the Midwest ranging in a variety of sizes. Chris is a part of the specialized Swine Team which has lending relationships with 28 of the 40 largest swine producers in the nation. Prior to becoming a Vice President of Corporate Swine Lending, Chris was a Credit Underwriter that specialized in swine operations.
- [Turning Sludge into Sustainability | Jordan Phasey](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/turning-sludge-into-sustainability-jordan-phasey/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Creating Tomorrow’s Ag Leaders Through Experience and Trust | Shonda Sammons](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/creating-tomorrows-ag-leaders-through-experience-and-trust-shonda-sammons/): Shonda Sammons is a partner and Program Leader with the sister organization of 21st Century, 21st Century Agriculture Leadership. With over 30+ years of experience, she works with employers and employees to provide coaching, guidance, and leadership development. In addition to her highly engaging facilitation style, Shonda converts individuals into enterprising champions and assists companies in identifying in-house talent and matching employee skill sets to job responsibilities.
- [Navigating Leadership in Ag and Beyond | Gary Weihs](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/navigating-leadership-in-ag-and-beyond-gary-weihs/): Gary Weihs serves as Managing Partner for Kincannon & Reed, the world’s premier search firm for senior leadership roles in food, agribusiness, and life sciences organizations.
- [Rethinking GDU Design for Longevity and Profitability | Emily Pottorf & Dr. Dalton Obermier](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/rethinking-gdu-design-for-longevity-and-profitability-emily-pottorf-dr-dalton-obermier/): Emily Pottorf is the Territory Representative for Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin for Gestal. She has been with the company for 4 years. Emily grew up on an Iowa farm with her 3 sisters and spent her high school through college career working on nursery and sow farms. She followed her passion for the pork industry to Iowa State University where she earned her degree in Animal Science. She continued to work in the swine industry post-graduation; her favorite part of working with Gestal is helping farmers find solutions and improve efficiencies in their operations.
- [A New Way to Fight PRRS | Dr. Tom Campi](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/a-new-way-to-fight-prrs-dr-tom-campi/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Creating a Playbook for Animal Welfare | Mallory Strickland](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/creating-a-playbook-for-animal-welfare-mallory-strickland/): Mallory Strickland is a graduate of Ohio State University and NC State University. She joined Smithfield Hog Production in 2010, as a production trainee from Cardington, Ohio, where she grew up raising her own breeding stock along with 4-H and FFA show pigs. Currently, she is the animal care program manager for Smithfield Hog Production and oversees the Animal Care Management System for the company and contract farms across the nation.
- [Getting Real About AI: When It’s Worth It and When It’s Not | Kyle Leistikow](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/getting-real-about-ai-when-its-worth-it-and-when-its-not-kyle-leistikow/): Kyle Leistikow began his research career at UW-Madison where he worked for three years under the guidance of Eric Johnson investigating the secretion and stability of Clostridial neurotoxins. He received his PhD from Marquette University under the guidance of Krassimira Hristova and Christopher Marshall where his work on bacterial communication systems led to the discovery of a novel antimicrobial compound capable of inhibiting clinical and agricultural MRSA infections.
- [What Every Farm Should Know About Transport Biosecurity | Dr. Karine Talbot](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/what-every-farm-should-know-about-transport-biosecurity-dr-karine-talbot/): Dr Karine Talbot is Senior Director of Animal Health, Nutrition and R&D at HyLife, and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the Université de Montréal in 2008.
- [From Feed Mill Roots to Prop 12 Reality | Ryan Hunter & Jarred Lorenz](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/from-feed-mill-roots-to-prop-12-reality-ryan-hunter-jarred-lorenz/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Designing Better Barns for Pigs and People | Dr. Monique Pairis-Garcia](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/designing-better-barns-for-pigs-and-people-dr-monique-pairis-garcia/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Real Reason Digitization Matters in Pork Production | Dr. James Lowe](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-real-reason-digitization-matters-in-pork-production-jim-lowe/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Taste What Pork Can Do: A Bold Campaign to Ignite Demand | David Newman & Rob Brenneman](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/taste-what-pork-can-do-a-bold-campaign-to-ignite-demand-david-newman-rob-brenneman/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Reclaiming Control and Reinventing Pork Production | Joe Kerns](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/reclaiming-control-and-reinventing-pork-production-joe-kerns/): Joe Kerns brings over 30 years of experience supporting agricultural operations across the livestock and grain industries. He has worked with producers, suppliers, and mills on procurement and risk management strategies including hedging, ingredient purchasing, feed quality, diet formulation, operational benchmarking, and livestock marketing.
- [Faith, Farming, and Forward Thinking | Matthew Gross](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/faith-farming-and-forward-thinking-matthew-gross/): Matthew Gross is a Hutterite. Hutterites are very open-minded, but still cherish their community values. Matthew is a generational pig farmer, with an open mind towards technology and productivity.
- [Advocating for Agriculture in a Time of Change | Duane Stateler](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/advocating-for-agriculture-in-a-time-of-change-duane-stateler/): Duane Stateler is a fourth-generation pork producer and as the owner/operator of Stateler Family Farms, along with his son, Anthony, oversees all aspects of production and operations. The enterprise features a wean/feeder to finish pork business marketing 15,600 head annually. They also have 900 acres of crop production, raising corn, soybeans, and wheat.
- [Strengthening Gilt Development for Long-Term Productivity | Jennifer Patterson](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/strengthening-gilt-development-for-long-term-productivity-jennifer-patterson/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [From Gilt to Sow: Setting Her Up for Success | Lori Kociemba](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/from-gilt-to-sow-setting-her-up-for-success-lori-kociemba/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Future of Pork: Flavor, Demand, and a Whole Hog Strategy | Patrick Fleming & Jennifer Tirey](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-future-of-pork-flavor-demand-and-a-whole-hog-strategy-patrick-fleming-jennifer-tirey/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Bridging Generations in Agriculture: Rethinking Workforce and Leadership | Kristen Cumming](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/bridging-generations-in-agriculture-rethinking-workforce-and-leadership-kristen-cumming/): Kristen Cumming's career is focused on improving the connection between people and their work. She completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a Master of Education degree in Workplace and Adult Learning. Kristen spent 11 years instructing in the Donald School of Business at Red Deer College and the Bachelor of Management Business Economics program at the University of Alberta – Augustana Campus and spent the past 20 years operating a successful consulting practice through which she serves as a consultant, speaker and trainer focused on leadership and execution. She is a proud product of an Albertan farm family.
- [Balancing Welfare and Productivity in Swine Care | Kurt Preugschas, DVM](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/balancing-welfare-and-productivity-in-swine-care-kurt-preugschas-dvm/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Rethinking Pig Welfare: Beyond the Basics | Dr. Martyna Lagoda](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/rethinking-pig-welfare-beyond-the-basics-dr-martyna-lagoda/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Improving Pig Livability: A Continued Collaborative Effort | Dr. David Rosero](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/improving-pig-livability-a-continued-collaborative-effort-dr-david-rosero/): Dr. David Rosero is an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University. He leads a dynamic research program dedicated to advancing swine nutrition and smart farming practices. His current research initiatives include 1) maximizing the nutritional value of feed ingredients in swine diets, 2) implementing nutritional interventions to improve pig livability and swine systems sustainability, 3) determining the adequate access of pigs to welfare resources, and 4) harnessing computer vision AI technologies to improve production practices and animal welfare. Leveraging his past experience as the Technical Officer at The Hanor Company, he combines invaluable industry experience with academic pursuits.
- [Building a Biosecurity Blueprint: Advancing Science-Based Policies | Dr. Scott Dee](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/building-a-biosecurity-blueprint-advancing-science-based-policies-dr-scott-dee/): Scott Dee earned a DVM, MS, and PhD from the University of Minnesota, is board-certified in veterinary microbiology, past President of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, past Chair of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents and currently serves on the AVMA House of Delegates. After 12 years in swine practice and another 12 years in academia, Scott joined Pipestone Veterinary Services as Director of Applied Research, where he served as Director of Discovery and Innovation for Pipestone for 12.5 years.
- [Digitizing Biosecurity to Prevent Disease Outbreaks | Rob Hannam](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/digitizing-biosecurity-to-prevent-disease-outbreaks-rob-hannam/): As the CEO of Farm Health Guardian, Rob Hannam is committed to helping farms and food companies improve animal health and protect against the devastating impact of animal disease through digital biosecurity.
- [Evaluating a New Antibiotic: Insights from Field Trials | Dr. Kyle Nisley](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/evaluating-a-new-antibiotic-insights-from-field-trials-dr-kyle-nisley/): Kyle Nisley graduated from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2023 and has been a staff veterinarian with Christensen Farms since the fall of 2023. He was introduced to the swine industry with a production internship at CF in 2017 and was hooked ever since. He expanded his experience in the SVIP program at both Christensen Farms and Swine Vet Center and knew that he wanted to work with pigs long term. Now, he spends his time practicing medicine and researching new and upcoming innovations in the swine world.
- [Building Trust Through Authentic Branding in Agriculture | Dave Morton](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/building-trust-through-authentic-branding-in-agriculture-dave-morton/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Strategic Water Management and AgTech Innovation | Patrick Henry](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/strategic-water-management-and-agtech-innovation-patrick-henry/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Modern Tech Stack is Here: Redefining Swine Production with Advanced Integrations](https://swinetechnologies.com/press-releases/the-modern-tech-stack-is-here-redefining-swine-production-with-advanced-integrations/): January 21, 2025
- [Empowering Farms with Technology and Compliance | Melissa Bradford & Azael Romero](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/empowering-farms-with-technology-and-compliance-melissa-bradford/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Risk Management in Pork Production | Chris Ford & Val Weis](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/risk-management-in-pork-production-chris-ford-val-weis/): Chris Ford
- [Gene Editing and Sustainability in Pork Production | Banks Baker](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/gene-editing-and-sustainability-in-pork-production-banks-baker/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Navigating Economic Volatility in Agriculture | Matt Erickson](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/navigating-economic-volatility-in-agriculture-matt-erickson/): Matt Erickson is currently the Agriculture Economic and Policy Advisor for AgCountry Farm Credit Services, Farm Credit Services of America and Frontier Farm Credit where he provides perspective, insights, and commentary that help connect conditions in the agricultural economy to individual producer impact and resulting impacts to the organization.
- [Advancing Swine Genetics Through Digital Phenotyping | Dr. Eric Psota](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/advancing-swine-genetics-through-digital-phenotyping-dr-eric-psota/): Eric Psota is the Digital Innovation Manager at PIC North America. Since joining in 2021, he has been responsible for developing advanced technologies for digital phenotyping using computer vision and machine learning. Specifically, he specializes in multi-object tracking, pose estimation, animal identification, anomaly detection, real-time systems, and edge computing. Prior to joining PIC, he was a researcher at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he remains on the faculty as an adjunct professor.
- [Navigating Change in Swine Farming and Finance | Steve Malakowsky](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/navigating-change-in-swine-farming-and-finance-steve-malakowsky/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Journey to Reduce Piglet Crushing with SmartGuard® | Matthew Rooda & Abe Espinoza](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-journey-to-reduce-piglet-crushing-with-smartguard-matthew-rooda-abe-espinoza/): Matthew Rooda is the Founder and CEO of SwineTech, Inc., where he leads the development of innovative solutions for the pork industry. Through SwineTech’s flagship product, PigFlow®, pork producers are empowered to enhance operational efficiency, optimize resource management, and improve pig care through automation and workforce innovation.
- [Next-Generation Biosecurity for Swine Health | Dr. Scott Dee](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/next-generation-biosecurity-for-swine-health-dr-scott-dee/): Scott Dee earned a DVM, MS, and PhD from the University of Minnesota, is board-certified in veterinary microbiology, past President of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, past Chair of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents and currently serves on the AVMA House of Delegates. After 12 years in swine practice and another 12 years in academia, Scott joined Pipestone Veterinary Services as Director of Applied Research, where he served as Director of Discovery and Innovation for Pipestone for 12.5 years.
- [Building an Investable Agriculture Ecosystem | Glenn Argenbright](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/building-an-investable-agriculture-ecosystem-glenn-argenbright/): Glenn Argenbright has 30 years’ experience operating and running a variety of private, pre-IPO, and public technology companies. He has founded over a dozen startup ventures, resulting in three public offerings, nine exits, and billions in shareholder returns. His background includes expertise and projects in software, firmware, middleware, hardware, enterprise, SaaS, consumer goods, and Web and mobile applications.
- [Teaching Grit and Leadership Beyond the Farm | Chad Greenway](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/teaching-grit-and-leadership-beyond-the-farm/): A native son of South Dakota. Chad Greenway was born and raised on a hog, cattle, and crop farm in Mt. Vernon, SD. He learned the value of hard work, resiliency, and perseverance working daily on the family farm. Growing up in a small rural community Greenway was thrust into leadership positions at an early age on the farm and in the community.
- [Navigating Ag-Tech Innovation and Investment | Joel Harris](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/navigating-ag-tech-innovation-and-investment-joel-harris/): Joel Harris is an active member in Iowa’s biotechnology industry through both of his roles; CEO of Genvax Technologies and Executive Director of the Ag Startup Engine. As co-founder and CEO of Genvax Technologies, Joel is leading his team to develop mRNA + nanoparticle vaccines for livestock. The Genvax team is targeting multiple diseases, most notably swine influenza and the foreign animal disease African Swine Fever. This work requires unique and extensive collaborations that Joel has initiated with state and national leaders in the human and animal biotechnology space, government groups such as the USDA Center for Veterinary Biologics and IEDA and supporting stakeholders like United Animal Health, Iowa Corn Growers Association and Johnsonville Ventures. During 2023 Joel will be networking with government leaders to advocate for support for emerging technologies and bringing those technologies to Iowa.
- [Leveraging Data for Smarter Farm Equipment Decisions | Kyle McMahon](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/leveraging-data-for-smarter-farm-equipment-decisions-kyle-mcmahon/): After experiencing first-hand the frustration of finding and valuing farm equipment for his corn and soybean farm in Iowa, Kyle McMahon founded Tractor Zoom to better connect good data and investment decisions for dealerships, Farm Credit Associations, Farm Service Agencies, banks, auctioneers, and farmers. In addition to his work at Tractor Zoom, Kyle remains involved in row crop production and swine operations, and has a background in private equity and other entrepreneurial ventures.
- [Innovating Swine Health with Elanco’s Non-Antibiotic Solutions | Jenna Seltzer & Angela Vaske](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/innovating-swine-health-with-elancos-non-antibiotic-solutions-jenna-seltzer-angela-vaske/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Essential Winter Prep for Your Barn | Nicholas Lehman](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/essential-winter-prep-for-your-barn-nicholas-lehman/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Navigating Swine Infrastructure and Technology | Dr. Hyatt Frobose](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/navigating-swine-infrastructure-and-technology-dr-hyatt-frobose/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The Evolution of Swine Management Services | Mark Rix, Ron Ketchem, and Nicole Boettger](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-evolution-of-swine-management-services-mark-rix-ron-ketchem-and-nicole-boettger/): Mark moved to Fremont, Nebraska in 1994 and helped build Swine Management Services into a full line management company that built 40 sow farms and managed 80,000 sows.
- [Unlocking Pork’s Flavor Potential | Patrick Fleming](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/unlocking-porks-flavor-potential-patrick-fleming/): Patrick Fleming is the vice president of demand development for National Pork Board. Fleming leads the marketing and domestic demand team on a revolutionary, data-driven approach to make pork more relevant to more Americans. His return to NPB coincides with the culmination of an 18-month effort funded by the Pork Checkoff to develop and deploy new consumer market research and insights across the pork industry.
- [Champions of Care in Pork Production | Wes Lack](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/champions-of-care-in-pork-production-wes-lack/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [The SwineTech® 2025 Pork Industry Events Calendar & Guide](https://swinetechnologies.com/pork-industry-events/the-swinetech-2025-pork-industry-events-calendar-guide/): Tradeshows and conferences are bustling hubs of networking, learning, and brand promotion. However, to truly reap the benefits of these events, proper planning and execution are essential. Here's an expanded guide on how to best prepare for and navigate tradeshows and conferences as an attendee.
- [Advancing Needle Safety for a Stronger Pork Industry | Greg Hastings](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/advancing-needle-safety-for-a-stronger-pork-industry-greg-hastings/): Greg Hastings serves as the Senior Director of Commercial Excellence & Business Development at Neogen. In this role, he oversees Neogen's Animal Safety R&D and Data Analytics teams. Greg is a passionate advocate for animal agriculture and actively engages in evaluating and contributing to the development of new technologies and services that offer benefits to owners and employees of animal production practices worldwide.
- [Leveraging AI for R&D Tax Credits in Agriculture | Hillary Dubé and Dominic Vitucci](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/leveraging-ai-for-rd-tax-credits-in-agriculture-hillary-dube-and-dominic-vitucci/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Transforming Farm Biosecurity and Expanding into New Markets | Martijn Schippers](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/transforming-farm-biosecurity-and-expanding-into-new-markets-martijn-schippers/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [From Ag to Tech: Dave’s Journey | Dave Parks](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/from-ag-to-tech-daves-journey-dave-parks/): Dave Parks is an engineer at SwineTech with a diverse background in agriculture and technology. Raised in South Central Kansas, Dave grew up with hands-on experience at his grandparents' small sow finishing farm. He graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in secondary education, emphasizing computers. Dave spent years in the public school system, where he taught computer technology and developed mobile apps and cloud computing solutions to enhance educational processes.
- [The New North Star for Pork | Dr. David Newman and Bill Even](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/the-new-north-star-for-pork-dr-david-newman-and-bill-even/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Innovative Approaches in Pig Farming | Brent Hershey](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/innovative-approaches-in-pig-farming-brent-hershey/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download
- [Balancing Family, Farming, and Technology | Drew and Kali Ott](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/balancing-family-farming-and-technology-drew-and-kali-ott/): Drew Ott, a former Iowa Hawkeye football player, balances life on his Nebraska family farm with his wife, Kali, who he met at the University of Iowa where she played basketball. Married since 2017, Drew and Kali integrate modern agricultural techniques and traditional farming practices, navigating the challenges of family farming while fostering a deep connection to their rural roots and each other.
- [Breaking Barriers in Agriculture | Barb Determan](https://swinetechnologies.com/podcasts/breaking-barriers-in-agriculture-barb-determan/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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## Featured Producers
- [Sarah Ploeg](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/sarah-ploeg/): Sarah Ploeg, the manager of a 2,500-sow unit at Dykhuis Farms. Sarah shares her experiences and the transformative impact PigFlow has had on their operations.
- [Hog Haven Farm](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/hog-haven-farm/): Mathew Gross of Hog Haven Farm shares how they are currently using PigFlow as a means to run a more efficient operation.
- [Dustin Coleman](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/dustin-coleman/): Dustin Coleman is a remarkable individual whose journey from a farm employee to the sole owner of Coleman Quality Pork is truly inspiring. Dustin shares his background, challenges, and the impact of implementing PigFlow on his farm operations.
- [Martin Family Farms](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/martin-family-farms/): Melissa and Azaela share their experiences and the transformative impact PigFlow has had on their operations.
- [Nathan Griess](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/nathan-griess/): Nathan shares the history of Griess Farms, his journey into agriculture, and how PigFlow has revolutionized their farm operations.
- [Erin Brenneman](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/erin-brenneman/): Erin has become deeply involved in the operations of Brenneman Pork, focusing on farrowing and day-one piglet care. She shares her experiences and how PigFlow has transformed their farm operations.
- [Dakota Steber](https://swinetechnologies.com/featured_producers/dakota-steber/): Dakota Steber shares his experiences with PigFlow and how it has streamlined the data-entry process, reduced stillborn rates, improved communication among team members, and helps his team stay organized and reduces stress.